Derick Hanekom’s Stroke Recovery Fund
Fundraising campaign by
Ann Turvey
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฿43,600raised of ฿150,000.00 goal goal
No more donations are being accepted at this time. Please contact the campaign owner if you would like to discuss further funding opportunities
Campaign Story
Derick is a well known South African figure in Thailand, as he provides many Saffas (and other expats) with all those goodies we miss from home. He is known as Derick the Biltong Man, as he makes biltong, boerewors, hamburger patties, sosaties and much more at this shop in Jomtien, Pattaya. Unfortunately Derick had a stroke late last month, which has left him paralysed down his right side. He has now been discharged from hospital and needs intensive one on one physiotherapy at home to fully recover. He is unable to walk, feed himself and needs 24 hour care. His prognosis for recovery is good if he receives the necessary treatment. Any donations, small or large will be appreciated.
Organizer
- Ann Turvey
- Campaign Owner
- Cape Town, ZA
Funding Update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 11:10 amWe had our second to last physio session today. Derick has made a remarkable recovery and this could not have been possible without all your contributions and support. I just want to thank everyone who donated, your contribution has been well spent.Best wishes ❤ Ann
Update on Derick Hanekom
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 01:26 pmDerick is doing very well! Today for the first time he attempted the very steep stairs from his apartment above, down to his shop below. Still a little wobbly, but he will progress with practice.🙂 The new handrails will be put to good use! This is the first time he
Campaign Funding Update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 11:22 amWe are on the final stages of physiotherapy for Derick. He has made amazing progress and this could not have been possible without your support 😊Ann 😍
Update on Derick's Progress
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 11:15 amToday is a good day! Derick is doing so well and improving daily! 🙂 Derick can now shower unassisted with the rails for support and using his shower chair (shower rails and chair donated by Hara). We have bought rails for the stairs to give Derick more support when using
Campaign Funding Expenses Update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 09:41 amToday we had hand rails installed on the staircase and shower, this will be a huge benefit for Derick.A big shout out to Hara and Phicha for arranging all the logistics and managing the installation. Once again thank you for all your contributions, this would not have been possible otherwise.Ann
Funding Update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 02:05 pmDerick is doing very well and is continuing to make progress. He managed to get some staircase work done today and also had physio on his right arm.Thanks once again for all your support!Ann 🥰
Physio progress
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 01:47 pmDerick had his 11th physiotherapy session. Today’s focus was on dynamic standing and balance training. He can now stand up unaided from a sitting position. He is continuing to make excellent progress. Khun Tai has also started the process of helping Derick to learn to climb stairs again.Derick's right arm. . . . .
Funding Update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 11:44 amThanks once again for your contributions however big or small, it all adds up. Derick had his 9th physio session today and is making good progress. He even managed to negotiate a step onto the balcony!Ann 😍
Funding and progress update
Update posted by Ann Turvey at 01:48 pmDerick visited the hospital today for his first check up since his stroke. The doctors are extremely pleased with his progress. We are continuing with physiotherapy 3 times per week at 2000BHT/session. It is important that we get him to walk unaided and to resume his daily activities as soon
Donors & Comments
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 08, 2021
Great to see you getting better Derik
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 05, 2021
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 03, 2021
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 03, 2021
Derik, it’s so heartening to see your face light up as you get stronger! You are an inspiration for many people to see and get hope. You now know you can and I’m happy for you.
- James Schoepflin
- Donated on Jul 01, 2021
Derick is a good teacher and friend. I cannot do much right now but if you can, please donate any amount to help Derick recover.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jun 24, 2021
- Glen Williams-Jonosky
- Donated on Jun 23, 2021
I think we are all strapped for cash during this COVID time but, let's see if we can't all scrape together some money for Derek.
- Ellouise Labuschagne
- Donated on Jun 23, 2021
Word gou gesond
- Anita Van der merwe
- Donated on Jun 23, 2021
Get well soon
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jun 23, 2021
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Great to see you getting better Derik